{"podcast":{"title":"The Working Homeschool Mom | Routines, Time Management, Working Mom, Meal Planning, Boundaries","slug":"the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415","podcast_index_feed_id":7840415,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/simplifiedmomcoach/feed.xml","website_url":"https://thesimplifiedmom.com/","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22228237/The_Simplified_Mom_Podcast_Brand_7_6orys.png","author":"Billie-Jo Cochran | Christian Homeschool Mom, Routine Expert, Simplicity Coach","episode_count":24,"summary":"Are you trying to do it all—balance homeschool and run a business, while doing mom life? Do you start the day with a plan, only to have it fall apart by 9:00 AM? You’re always busy, but yet always feel behind—are you tired of always being overwhelmed? This podcast is all about simple, faith-filled routines that actually work in real life—because let’s be honest, we all need a little more Jesus and a lot more grace to get through each day. I’ll help you create rhythms so your home feels manageable instead of overwhelming, and you can homeschool, build your business, and handle mom life without burnout. Because the truth is, we can’t do this on our own—we need Jesus in our days, in our decisions, and in the middle of the chaos. It’s time to stop the constant chaos and the daily scramble and choose a simpler, faith-filled way of doing life and business—so you can show up with the patience and presence your family deserves. ❤️ Hey, I’m Billie-Jo—wife, homeschool mama to 3, and business owner just like you. I know exactly what it feels like to try to manage a home, homeschool kids, and grow a business, only to end the day feeling exhausted and behind. For a long time, I chased perfecti…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T16:17:01.522710+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415"},"episode":{"title":"11. 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But if you are a working mom, celebrating the end of the school year can quickly give way to a little bit of summer panic. Yes, your kids are done homeschooling for the year, but your business isn’t done for the summer. If you are wondering how you are supposed to get anything done without a homeschool schedule, this episode is for you! In this episode, we are diving deep into how working moms can successfully transition from a structured school year into a peaceful, chaos-free summer rhythm. I'm sharing the exact mistakes I made two summers ago when I tried to \"wing it\" and \"go with the flow\"—spoiler alert: it bit me in the butt, resulted in constant interruptions, and turned my kitchen into an all-day buffet. You don’t need a rigid, corporate 9-to-5 schedule, but you do need a flexible summer system that protects your business goals and family peace. In this episode, you will learn: Why \"Going with the Flow\" is Hurting You: Why kids—especially kids with ADHD—thrive so much better with a schedule and predictable summer routines instead of a total free-for-all. My Exact Summer Work Schedule: How I structure my hours Monday through Thursday so I can work ahead, stay ahead for the fall, and take Friday through Sunday completely off. Boundaries: How to establish clear workspace boundaries with your family so your children know exactly when you are working. Guilt-Free Attention Refills: Creative ways to mix work blocks with intentional family time—like stepping away to throw the softball with the girls or kick a soccer ball with my son. Managing the Kitchen: A highly requested meal planning hack featuring a self-serve summer snack bin and strict \"open kitchen\"…","meta_description":"The curriculum books are officially packed away, the pencils are put down, and you did it—the school year is over! 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